Girls fill gap as boys drop out of rugby league
Figures obtained by The Courier-Mail show the number of girls playing rugby league has more than doubled in the past five years.
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Junior rugby league tackle ban extended
After a year-long trial, a radical shake-up of Queensland junior rugby league rules including a tackle ban for younger players has been extended to more age groups – but opinions are divided on the move. HAVE YOUR SAY.
Marnus’ plan to prove white-ball class on ‘toughest’ tour
He proved his courage in the heat of an English Ashes series and his quality during a dominant Australian summer. Now Marnus Labuschagne has his sights set on he what calls cricket’s “toughest conditions” in India.
Sharapova touches down ahead of Brisbane International
A determined Maria Sharapova is adamant she can turn around her plummeting world ranking and the Brisbane International looks the big winner with her wildcard entry as she attempts to put that theory in place.
Roster rater: How all NRL teams are looking in 2020
The Wests Tigers have signed well despite missing out on Latrell Mitchell, landing Joey Leilua and Adam Doueihi. We look at every team’s roster and analyse their biggest assignments for the 2020 season.
Mbye savours State of Origin debut with Maroons
“I was trying to compare it to the 2014 Grand Final (when Mbye played at hooker for the Bulldogs) but (Origin) just blew that away.”
Rising Ipswich superstar set for Origin stage
He was touted about earlier this week as being the Sydney Roosters’ replacement for their retiring star halfback Cooper Cronk.
Brimson to spark a new spine sensation
A frustrated Garth Brennan is hoping his new starting spine combination can spark a win for the desperate Titans as they prepare for Saturday’s clash with the Bulldogs.
Morgan not locked on milestone
Milestone man Michael Morgan forgot he was playing his 150th NRL game this weekend, but knows there won’t be anything to celebrate if the Cowboys crash to another demoralising loss.
Queen of the pool finds her king
AUSTRALIA’S queen of the swimming pool has found her king. Fresh from conquering at the Commonwealth Games Queenslander Cate Campbell has been pictured celebrating her haul of gold and silver with her new beau.
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